2nd Shift Inventory Lead

Who We Are

Conexus Food Solutions is a leader in the Asian food service industry, bringing a diverse range of ethnic cuisines, such as Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and Thai, to the table. Our corporate headquarters in Chicago houses our fully integrated food processing, manufacturing, logistics, and worldwide supply chain services under one roof. With distribution centers spanning the US, over 2 million square feet of warehousing space, and a fleet of more than 1,000 trucks, we're the go-to when it comes to reliable delivery services.

We believe that teamwork and collaboration are the keys to success. We maintain the highest standards of integrity and honesty in everything we do and build strong relationships with our clients. We're looking for individuals who share our values and are committed to excellence. Join our team and contribute to our culture of collaboration and integrity while growing your own skills and expertise. Together, we'll deliver high-quality products and exceptional service to our clients and achieve great things.

What You'll Do

• Ensure products meet food safety and quality standards while maintaining accurate inventory and complying with company, state, and FDA regulations
• Conduct inbound and outbound product inspections and verify inventory accuracy throughout all stages of warehouse operations
• Perform routine inventory counts and cycle counts while reconciling discrepancies and maintaining accurate inventory records
• Track and manage inventory levels to minimize waste, shrinkage, and stock discrepancies
• Assist with product allergen inspections and verify accurate allergen labeling to prevent cross-contamination
• Calibrate thermometers for warehouse use and monitor cooler and freezer temperatures
• Support technical warehouse operations, including setting up 2nd shift picking by applying QC verification labels, examining products, recording inspection results, and taking corrective actions when necessary
• Absorb and resolve customer complaints through vendor scorecards, including documenting rejected load reasons such as yellowing, browning, temperature damage, and other quality concerns
• Help support the development and maintenance of vendor scorecards
• Support ERP and PDA scanner testing while ensuring accurate inventory data entry across systems
• Assist management with generating inventory and quality control reports
• Oversee the disposal process for expired products and maintain accurate records of removed inventory
• Conduct glass and brittle plastic audits throughout the facility
• Collaborate with internal teams to support continuous improvement initiatives in both inventory management and quality assurance processes
• Recommend process improvements to increase operational efficiency and product quality standards
• Analyze inspection and inventory trends to proactively identify potential issues
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• Basic Microsoft Word & Excel Skills
• Minimum of 1 year of quality control and/or inventory management experience (preferred)
• Previous experience working with food allergens (preferred)
• Experience with ERP or inventory management systems (preferred)
• Bilingual in either Chinese or Spanish and English (preferred)